Senior Software Engineer (Monetization)

3 Weeks ago • 4-8 Years • Backend Development

Job Summary

Job Description

Xsolla seeks a Senior Software Engineer for its Monetization team to solve complex backend and infrastructure problems across In-Game Store, Subscriptions, and Buy Button products. This hands-on role involves writing high-quality, maintainable code (primarily in PHP and/or Golang), improving CI/CD pipelines, collaborating with various stakeholders, and owning services end-to-end. Responsibilities include designing and implementing scalable systems, participating in code reviews, and contributing to shared knowledge. The ideal candidate possesses extensive backend development experience, strong problem-solving skills, a solid understanding of system design, and experience with CI/CD and version control. Prior experience in PHP or Golang is not required, but a willingness to learn and adapt quickly is essential.
Must have:
  • Extensive software engineering experience
  • Proven problem-solving skills
  • Solid understanding of system design
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines
  • Strong communication skills
Perks:
  • Convenient work tools
  • Latest Mac workplaces
  • Free trainings
  • Health insurance
  • Flexible hours
  • No dress code
  • Comfortable office environment

Job Details

ABOUT US
At Xsolla, we believe that great games begin as ideas, driven by the curiosity, dedication, and grit of creators around the world. Our mission is to empower these visionaries by providing the support and resources they need to bring their games to life. We are committed to leveling the playing field, ensuring that every creator has the opportunity to share their passion with the world. 

Headquartered in Los Angeles, with offices in Berlin, Seoul, and beyond, we partner with industry leaders like Valve, Twitch, and Ubisoft to clear the paths for innovation in gaming. Our global reach spans over 200 geographies, offering more than 700 payment methods in 130+ currencies.

Longevity Opportunity Vision Enjoy the game!

ABOUT YOU
We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer who is curious, pragmatic, and deeply technical to join our Monetization team. You may come from any programming background, but what drives you is solving real-world engineering problems with clean, scalable, and maintainable solutions.

You’re not afraid to get your hands dirty, whether it’s writing backend services, improving CI/CD pipelines, debugging production systems, or rethinking architecture. You may not have worked in PHP or Golang before, but you’re confident in your ability to learn, adapt, and make an impact fast.

This is a hands-on individual contributor role, no people management, just pure problem-solving and shipping great code. If you're an experienced engineer who thrives in fast-moving environments and enjoys building solutions that power real products for millions of users, we want to hear from you.

RESPONSIBILITIES

    • Solve complex backend and infrastructure problems across our monetization products: In-Game Store, Subscriptions, and Buy Button
    • Write high-quality, maintainable code, primarily in PHP and/or Golang (prior experience not required).
    • Improve and maintain CI/CD pipelines to support fast, reliable deployments.
    • Collaborate closely with engineers, product managers, and other stakeholders to design and implement scalable systems.
    • Participate in code reviews and help uphold a strong engineering culture.
    • Own services end-to-end, from architecture to deployment, observability, and performance.
    • Contribute to shared knowledge through documentation, RFCs, and architecture discussions.

REQUIREMENTS

    • Extensive professional experience in software engineering or backend development.
    • Proven problem-solving skills and a track record of building scalable backend systems.
    • Solid understanding of system design, data structures, and algorithms.
    • Experience working with CI/CD pipelines and version control (e.g., Git, GitLab CI, Jenkins, GitHub Actions).
    • Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
    • Willingness to work in PHP and/or Golang, no prior experience required.
    • Comfortable working in a highly collaborative, fast-paced environment.
BENEFITS:

Convenient work tools
Latest Mac workplaces + additional hardware to make you more effective at work
Google Chat, Gmail, Google Drive, Confluence, Jira, GitLab

Professional growth
Free trainings and participation in specialized conferences
Rich knowledge exchange within the company

More perks
Health insurance (Medical, dental and optical)- Employee and dependants
Flexible hours: organize your day according to your needs and sprint & teamwork demands
No dress code
Comfortable and new office environment 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands for this position are sits, stands, bends, lifts, and moves intermittently during working hours. These physical requirements may be accomplished with or without reasonable accommodations. 

The duties of this position may change from time to time so the individual and organization can achieve their results. This job description is intended to describe the general level of work being performed. It is not intended to be all-inclusive. Xsolla KL Sdn Bhd takes your privacy very seriously, and will not sell or externally distribute any data received during the hiring process. Pursuant to the Personal Data Protection Act 2010 (“PDPA”), Xsolla KL Sdn Bhd is mindful and committed to the protection of your personal information and your privacy. Please direct any inquiries regarding your data privacy to careers@xsolla.com.

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About The Company

Xsolla's video game business engine helps game developers and publishers operate more efficiently and sell more games. Serving only the video game industry, Xsolla caters to businesses from indie to enterprise, with solutions that solve the complexities of distribution, marketing, and monetization so developers, publishers, and platform partners. Our goal is to increase your audience, sales and revenue.


Headquartered in Los Angeles, with offices worldwide, Xsolla operates as a merchant and seller of record for major gaming entities like Valve, Twitch, Ubisoft, Epic Games, and PUBG Corporation. 

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